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Holiday Inn Express - Edinburgh City Centre by IHG

3.0 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, steps from Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre

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In the heart of Edinburgh, Holiday Inn Express - Edinburgh City Centre offers a vibrant base to explore. Enjoy free self-serve breakfast, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a bar. Connect with in-room WiFi or unwind with TV in the lobby while appreciating multilingual staff and proximity to shopping that previous guests have praised.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking available
The current price is ₩199,482
₩239,378 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 30 - Dec 1

Room options

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(85 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(59 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Room (with Free Hot Breakfast)

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room (with Free Hot Breakfast)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(56 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Room

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Picardy Place Top Of Leith Street, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH1 3JT

What's nearby

  • Calton Hill - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Omni Centre Edinburgh - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Princes Street - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Royal Mile - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 8 min walk
  • St Andrew Square Tram Stop - 8 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪1802 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Playfair (Wetherspoon) - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Conan Doyle - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Street - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪CC Blooms - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express - Edinburgh City Centre by IHG

Hotel near Princes Street
Close to Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre and Royal Mile, Holiday Inn Express - Edinburgh City Centre by IHG provides free self-serve breakfast, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a bar. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Self parking (surcharge), express check-out, and express check-in
  • A 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, and meeting rooms
  • An elevator, a front-desk safe, and multilingual staff
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the breakfast, helpful staff, and proximity to shopping
Room features
All 186 rooms offer comforts such as pillow menus and air conditioning, as well as perks like free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • Coffee/tea makers, heating, and daily housekeeping

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Tourism Program, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (GBP 16.50 per night); discounts available
  • Self parking on site (GBP 20 per night)
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Free self-serve breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends
  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator (79 inch wide door)
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (30 inches high)

More

  • 7 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 AM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 20 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 16 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Self parking fee: GBP 20.0 per night
  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 16.50 per night (656 ft away)
  • Pet fee: GBP 20 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Tax ID - 244942395
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and window guards
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Holiday Inn Express - Edinburgh City Centre by IHG pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total). There's a fee of GBP 20 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express - Edinburgh City Centre by IHG?

As of Nov 18, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express - Edinburgh City Centre by IHG on Nov 30, 2025 start from ₩199,482, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for GBP 20.0 per night. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express - Edinburgh City Centre by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 AM.

What time is check-out at Holiday Inn Express - Edinburgh City Centre by IHG?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Holiday Inn Express - Edinburgh City Centre by IHG located?

Located in Edinburgh City Centre, this hotel is steps from Omni Centre Edinburgh and Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre. Princes Street and George Street are also within 10 minutes. St Andrew Square Tram Stop is 8 minutes by foot and Princes Street Tram Stop is 13 minutes.

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Holiday Inn Express - Edinburgh City Centre by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 541 out of 1033 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 322 out of 1033 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 105 out of 1033 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 46 out of 1033 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 1033 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mitchel

Great hotel in a perfect location
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

sameer

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good service and breakfast
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

cherie

Staff was excellent, excellent that the tram is right outside made it so convenient
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathan Royston

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Lovely family room. Great breakfast and hot chocolate lovely staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good breakfast, lovely hotel. Great staff.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good breakfast, convenient location
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Upon check in we were given dining recommendations that did not disappoint
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nirajbala

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were amazing, the hospitality was great, very convenient to all amenities - l would highly recommend it 😊
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, staff very polite and helpful, facilities in room excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shraya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Extremely convenient placing
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

LUZ D

Liked: Staff & service
The staff was excellent.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
helpful staff.clean from. tasty filling breakfast
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol-Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
10 min walk to the Royal Mile..good breakfast!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine Ann

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Did not drive in Scotland…bar was nice cozy and had a nice stock…room clean..comfortable bed…good hot shower….good plentiful breakfast included
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient hotel close to transit in the new town. Great service.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

JINGXIANG

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place. But too expensive.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Gillian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel is well situated in Edinburgh. Close to shopping, tourist attractions and train station. Although room was small it was clean and met expectations.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raju

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is close to transport and dining also very clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

June

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Second time staying here so that should say something. Great location, near ESF, John Lewis (love that store) plenty of restaurants, Old and New Town, Bus Terminal and Edinburgh Waverly. Great spread for breakfast, staff helpful, beds and room clean. Good prices. This is an older hotel so some amenities it doesn’t have are a room fridge or safe but the staff accommodates if you need food stored for an early tour etc. It really could use new carpets but all in all I feel safe and comfortable here. It’s getting to be my home away from home.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Holiday Inn is very conveniently located at the Picardy Place Tram Stop and several bus stops. The staff were very helpful and the rooms were clean.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Judy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff was friendly and helpful. Lots of restaurants around the hotel. Breakfast at hotel is good; can get very busy in the mornings though. Hotel does need some updates; looking a little dated and worn.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Susan

Disliked: Amenities
The room was very small. Not two queen beds but one bed and a pull out, very uncomfortable. The noise coming from the street was very loud. As for the breakfast, not great. We went elsewhere to eat.The location is good but I wouldn’t recommend staying there.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

ALFREDO

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

nice and good value

average hotel, well located
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff helpful, room clean & comfortable ( could use a little more light. Very convenient location for tram and railway stations.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mahmood

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room could be bigger. Especially when 2 occupants. The included breakfast a big plus. 24 hour facility for coffee and tea a big plus. Keep that going. Ideal location. Would stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025